In Part 1 of this series, I reviewed the basics of creatine—its function, metabolism, common forms, and potential benefits for muscle strength and performance. In
Author: Kelly Picard PhD RD
Creatine is one of the most widely used and extensively studied supplements on the market. While it’s most often associated with sports performance and strength
Your comprehensive clinical guide to creatine supplementation: safety, dosing, benefits, and use in special populations, kidney disease, and dialysis patients. Part 1: Creatine Supplements –
On September 25, 2025, I attended a Canadian Nutrient Society/ASPEN webinar featuring Dr. Carla Prado, Dr. Manpreet Mundi, and Dr. Stuart Phillips, focusing on obesity,
When a dialysis patient can’t get to treatment, having an emergency meal plan can help reduce health risks until dialysis is available again. In these
In previous posts, I’ve explored the accuracy of protein and sodium on Canadian food labels. Today, I’m excited to dive into potassium! I’m especially excited
When it comes to managing hyperphosphatemia, it may not be enough to simply know which foods contain phosphorus additives. Often it is important to estimate
I was recently asked whether collagen supplements are safe for people with chronic kidney disease (CKD). While I’ve seen collagen-based protein supplements at conferences, I
I was recently asked about the safety of collagen protein supplements and whether they could increase oxalate levels—a potential concern for people with chronic kidney
This is a presentation I gave with my colleague Pascal at the National Kidney Foundation Spring Clinical Meeting on 12 April 2025. For the full